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Making Healthy Choices -- Physical Activity

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Guidelines For

Cardiovascular Fitness

Developing Aerobic Fitness
Aerobic Mile Chart (PDF)

Building Strength

Benefits of Strength Training
Strength Building Guidelines
Strengthening Exercises (PDF)

Improving Flexibility

Stretching Guidelines
Stretching Exercises (PDF)
Back exercises (PDF)

Physical Activity and Weight Control

Physical Activity and Weight Management
Body Mass Index Chart (PDF)

Fitness Links

Physical Activity and Weight Control - A web site by NIH's Weight Control Information Network.
Exercise for Seniors - An excellent online book on exercise developed by the National Institute on Aging. Gives demonstrations of various exercises appropriate for seniors. Forward by John Glen.

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Health content in these articles is general information from evidence based research for healthy populations. Its purpose is not to treat disease or take the place of advice by your doctor but to promote healthy, active lifestyles. Persons with health problems should contact their physician for specific guidance before initiating any fitness program.